Mental Health
This might shock you, but over 15 percent of all people 60 years and older suffer from some kind of mental disorder. Additionally, older adults make up over 18 percent of deaths by suicide in the United States alone. One of the mental issues to blame would be depression.
Depression is not a solitary condition. The mental disorder can be a symptom of other medical and mental conditions, as well as one’s lifestyle. Lonely and unhealthy individuals are more susceptible to depression and suicidal thoughts. Moreover, those who have experienced divorce, poverty, and other woes are far more vulnerable to developing mental health disorders.
